Job no: 543824
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Information Technology, Research Administration support, Analyst
- Full-time (35 hours per week), 12-month fixed-term contract to 18 October 2027.
- Salary: Level 6 from $108,021 or Level 7 from $118,483, plus 17% super (depending on experience).
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
The Opportunity
The Data and Reporting Analyst sits within UNSW’s Research Analysis, Data and Reporting (RADAR) team, which supports the University’s research performance through data analysis, reporting and business improvement.
Working within the Research Reporting team, you'll help deliver essential reporting across research grant management, higher degree research and research ethics compliance, responding to stakeholder enquiries and ensuring reporting requirements are met.
You'll also contribute to developing and implementing reporting solutions, improving processes and identifying opportunities for automation to enhance the efficiency and quality of reporting services.
About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. We are a large organisation with a diverse and highly talented community doing extraordinary work. We are driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful in all we do, and this collective approach is what gives our work impact. It is also why UNSW is consistently ranked among the world’s top 20 universities in the QS World University Rankings and is a proud member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you’re seeking a career where you can thrive, be challenged and contribute to meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:
- 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
- Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
- Discounts and entitlements
- Affordable on-campus parking
Who you are
Level 6
You have a relevant tertiary qualification and or equivalent experience, and can demonstrate strong technical skills in databases, data analysis, SQL, automation and reporting. You’ll also have excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. Professional communication and customer service skills are also required, with the ability to explain complex technical information to a range of stakeholders.
Level 7 (in addition to Level 6):
Demonstrated experience analysing business requirements, extracting data from university enterprise systems, developing and delivering reporting solutions, and identifying and implementing business process improvements.
To Apply: If contributing to improving the researcher experience is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter via the Apply button before 11.55pm, Sunday 8th November 2026. As part of the application process, you will also be asked to respond to two short free-format questions designed to help us better understand your experience. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Pre-Employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Contact: Shiree Thomas, Talent Acquisition Partner e: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au
Please apply through the application portal and not via the contact above.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Advertised: 26 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time